📊 Curso Google Sheets ✅ Importar datos

Importing Data in Google Sheets

Introduction to Importing Data

• The video focuses on how to import data in Google Sheets, covering various methods including importing from the same sheet, different sheets, and other Google Sheets files.

• The presenter opens a previously used spreadsheet titled "fórmulas" and introduces a new sheet named "fórmulas con referencias."

Understanding References

• A table with computer components, prices, and quantities is created as a basis for applying formulas.

• The importance of using cell references in formulas is highlighted; for example, referencing cell A4 instead of using static numbers.

• Different types of references are explained: within the same sheet, across different sheets in the same file, and across different spreadsheet files.

Applying Formulas

• The presenter demonstrates how to multiply price by quantity using cell references (e.g., B3 * C3).

• Emphasizes that calculations should be automated through formulas rather than manual entry. Clicking on cells can help create these references easily.

Updating Values Automatically

• Changes made to referenced cells automatically update results in formula cells, showcasing the dynamic nature of spreadsheets.

• Demonstrates copying formulas down a column by dragging from the corner of a cell to apply similar calculations across multiple rows.

Summation Techniques

• Introduces summing total values manually by selecting each cell individually but notes this method is inefficient for large datasets.

How to Use Formulas and References in Google Sheets

Introduction to Data Importing

• The speaker demonstrates how to use formulas while referencing data from a different sheet, specifically focusing on a sheet named "fórmulas" that contains a column titled "cantidad de dos."

• To import data, the process begins by entering an equal sign followed by the sheet name and cell reference. This can be done manually or more efficiently through clicking.

Copying Data from Another Sheet

• After inputting the formula, clicking on the desired cell in the other sheet automatically generates the correct reference format (e.g., "Fórmulas!D3").

• Upon pressing enter, the imported data reflects changes made in the original sheet; for instance, changing a value updates it across sheets.

Formula Application and Updates

• The speaker explains that copying formulas allows for dynamic updates; dragging down from a corner of a cell replicates references while adjusting row numbers accordingly.

• A new calculation is introduced where prices are multiplied by quantities without duplicating data in both sheets. This involves using direct references to cells.

Understanding Dynamic Updates

• Changes made to either price or quantity will update results dynamically; however, if only one value is modified without affecting referenced cells, those results remain static.

• The method of dragging formulas ensures that each row's formula adjusts correctly according to its position (e.g., D3 becomes D4).

Importing Data from Different Spreadsheets

• The tutorial transitions into importing data from another spreadsheet using IMPORTRANGE, which requires specifying both the URL of the source spreadsheet and specific range details.

• The speaker sets up two spreadsheets side-by-side: one with existing calculations and another containing raw data for further manipulation.

Using IMPORTRANGE Functionality

• To utilize IMPORTRANGE, users must start with an equal sign followed by typing "IMPORTRANGE," which prompts function parameters.

• Parameters include both the URL of the target spreadsheet and specific cell references within it. Proper syntax requires double quotes around these parameters.

How to Import Data from Google Sheets

Steps to Import Data

• To begin importing data, place the URL of the spreadsheet within double quotes. This is essential for referencing the correct sheet and cell.

• After copying the URL, paste it between the double quotes. Next, specify the sheet name (e.g., "cantidad de estrés") followed by an exclamation mark and then the cell reference (e.g., A2).

• Once both parameters are entered correctly, press Enter. You will need to grant permission to access data from the other spreadsheet.

• The first time you link spreadsheets, a permission prompt appears; subsequent uses won't require this step. Changes made in one sheet will automatically reflect in another.

• If you want to import a range instead of a single cell, use a colon (:) between two cell references (e.g., A2:A10). This allows for bulk data retrieval.

Modifying Imported Data

• After establishing links between sheets, any modifications in one sheet will update automatically in another linked sheet without needing manual input.

• To perform calculations using imported data (like multiplying price by quantity), start with an equal sign and use IMPORTRANGE function similarly as before.